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The Plain Block "S" first appeared in the 1890's, and is Stanford's oldest continuously used symbol. As a result, the Plain Block "S" has strong association with Stanford and can be seen around campus in a variety of architectural and other design applications.
The Plain Block "S" in Cardinal is the preferred color presentation; it may reverse to white on a Cardinal background.
For more detailed information about Stanford emblems, please see the Stanford Design Guidelines Website.
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